Prosthetics that don't betray
Quoting: Prosthetics that don't betray —
Building an operating system usable by the masses is a significant effort and requires a lot of expertise. It is tempting to think that since Microsoft, Google and Apple are already shipping several operating systems each, that we don’t need one more.
However, let’s remember that these are all American companies, building proprietary ecosystems that they have complete control over. In these uncertain times, Europe must not treat the USA as a direct enemy, but the current administration makes it clear that it would be reckless to continue treating it as an ally.
Building an international, transparent operating system that provides an open platform for people to use and for which developers can distribute apps will help secure EU’s digital sovereignty and security, at a cost that wouldn’t even make a dent in the budget. It’s time for